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conduct disorder (CD)

in DSM–IV–TR, a persistent pattern of behavior that involves violating the basic rights of others and ignoring age-appropriate social standards. 

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communication disorder

any of a group of disorders characterized by difficulties with speech and language, such as expressive language disorder, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, phonological disorder, and stuttering.

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chronic motor or vocal tic disorder

in DSM–IV–TR, a tic disorder characterized by motor or vocal tics (but not both) for a period of more than 1 year, during which any period without tics lasts for no more than 3 months.

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Synonyms: persistent (chronic) motor or vocal tic disorder
chorea

n. irregular and involuntary jerky movements of the limbs and facial muscles.

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childhood-onset fluency disorder

in DSM–5, the term for stuttering.

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Synonyms: stuttering, stammering
cerebral palsy (CP)

a set of nonprogressive movement and posture disorders that results from trauma to the brain occurring prenatally, during the birth process, or before the age of 5. 

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Bulimia nervosa

an eating disorder involving recurrent episodes of binge eating (i.e., discrete periods of uncontrolled consumption of abnormally large quantities of food) followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors (e.g., self-induced vomiting, misuse of laxatives, fasting, excessive exercise). 

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brief psychotic disorder

in DSM–IV–TR and DSM–5, a disturbance involving the sudden onset of at least one psychotic symptom (e.g., incoherence, delusions, hallucinations, or grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior). 

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Synonyms: brief reactive psychosis
Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

in DSM–IV–TR and DSM–5, a personality disorder characterized by a long-standing pattern of instability in mood, interpersonal relationships, and self-image that is severe enough to cause extreme distress or interfere with social and occupational functioning.

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bipolar disorder

any of a group of mood disorders in which symptoms of mania and depression alternate. In DSM–IV–TR and DSM–5, the group includes primarily the following subtypes: bipolar I disorder, in which the individual fluctuates between episodes of mania or hypomania and major depressive episodes or experiences a mix of these: bipolar II disorder, in which the individual fluctuates between major depressive and hypomanic episodes; and cyclothymic disorder

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Synonyms: manic-depressive illness
avoidant personality disorder

a personality disorder characterized by (a) hypersensitivity to rejection and criticism, (b) a desire for uncritical acceptance, (c) social withdrawal in spite of a desire for affection and acceptance, and (d) low self-esteem.

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autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

any one of a group of disorders with an onset typically occurring during the preschool years and characterized by varying but often marked difficulties in communication and social interaction.

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Synonyms: autistic spectrum disorder
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

a behavioral syndrome characterized by the persistent presence of six or more symptoms involving (a) inattention (e.g., failure to complete tasks or listen carefully, difficulty in concentrating, distractibility) or (b) impulsivity or hyperactivity (e.g., blurting out answers; impatience; restlessness; fidgeting; difficulty in organizing work, taking turns, or staying seated; excessive talking; running about; climbing on things). 

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anxiety disorder

any of a group of disorders that have as their central organizing theme the emotional state of fear, worry, or excessive apprehension.

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antisocial personality disorder (ASPD)

the presence of a chronic and pervasive disposition to disregard and violate the rights of others.

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